Nigerian music icon David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has announced plans to celebrate his birthday this year by donating ₦300 million to orphanages and a charity focused on fighting drug abuse and addiction among young people.
The singer revealed this via a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, stating, “Once again, my birthday this year, we are donating to orphanages and a charity that helps young people stay away from drug abuse and addiction. This year, it’s ₦300m. Details to follow soon.”
This act of generosity continues Davido’s tradition of using his birthday as an opportunity to give back to society.
The award-winning artist is no stranger to philanthropy. Earlier this year, he donated ₦300 million to orphanages across the country. In November 2021, he contributed ₦250 million to 292 orphanages in honour of his 29th birthday, while in July 2023, he provided ₦237 million to over 400 orphanages in Nigeria.
Davido’s consistent charitable efforts have earned him widespread praise for his commitment to supporting vulnerable communities and addressing social issues in Nigeria. Further details of this year’s initiative are expected to be announced in the coming days.
